VF-22
A United States Navy fighter squadron with a history of redesignations and deployments.
VF-22 was a United States Navy fighter squadron.
Quick Facts
- Constructor
- Haas F1 Team
- Season
- 2022 Formula One World Championship
- Engine supplier
- Ferrari (V6 Turbo Hybrid)
- Drivers
- Kevin Magnussen, Mick Schumacher
Lore & Background
Originally established as Bombing Fighting Squadron 74A (VBF-74A) on 1 May 1945, it was redesignated VBF-74 on 1 August 1945, redesignated as VF-2B on 15 November 1946, redesignated as VF-22 on 1 September 1948, and disestablished on 6 June 1958.
Reader's Guide
The squadron operated F4U-4 Corsairs and F2H-2 Banshees. VBF-74 equipped with F4U-4 Corsairs was assigned to Carrier Air Group 74 (CVBG-74) aboard a ship on her shakedown cruise to the Caribbean from 7 November 1945 to 2 January 1946. VF-22 equipped with F2H-2 Banshees was assigned to Carrier Air Group 4 (CVG-4) aboard a ship for a deployment to Korea and the Western Pacific from 26 April to 4 December 1953, losing 2 F2H-2s and their pilots during this deployment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Haas VF-22?
The Haas VF-22 is the Formula One car utilized by the Haas F1 Team during the 2022 World Championship. It marked the team's first competitive entry into the new ground-effect aerodynamic regulations introduced that year.
Who drove the VF-22 in 2022?
Kevin Magnussen and Mick Schumacher were appointed as the official drivers to pilot this chassis throughout the season. Both competitors navigated the learning curve of the new technical rules alongside their teammates across various circuits.
How did the VF-22 differ from previous Haas cars?
This chassis represented a significant departure from Haas's previous reliance on Ferrari-derived components, as they attempted to master complex floor designs for the first time. The engineering team aimed to reduce dependency while adapting to the new ground-effect rules.
What engine powered the VF-22?
Power for the VF-22 was supplied by a Ferrari V6 Turbo Hybrid engine unit. This continuation of their partnership ensured reliability while Haas engineers worked independently on the aerodynamic package.
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